James Baldassarre

James "Jimbo" Baldassarre, 83, of Bethlehem, passed away Tuesday, October 14, 2025 at St. Luke's Hospice House, Lower Saucon Twp. He was the husband of the late Patricia J. (Poldrugo) Baldassarre. James was born in Brooklyn, NY on December 29, 1941 to the late John and Elizabeth (Keegan) Baldassarre. He served our country faithfully in the United States Navy during Peacetime. Jim worked for the City of New York as a Corrections Officer for 20 years until retiring in 1992. He was a very social man who cherished moments spent with family and friends. He found joy in the simple pleasures of life, often enjoying red wine while listening to doo-wop oldies music. His love for his grandchildren was unmatched, and he took great pride in sharing stories of his Brooklyn heritage with those he loved. He was a familiar face at local spots in Hellertown, including the Hellertown Diner, Crossroads Hotel, and the Edward H. Ackerman American Legion Post 397, where he created lasting memories.

Survivors: children: Joseph J. (Terri Reese) Baldassarre of Howell, NJ, Stefanie E. (Mike) Fisher of South Whitehall Twp., Dominick (Jenelle Olsovsky) Fragano of Whitehall; sister: Karen (Jack) Petrone of Belle Harbor, NY; grandchildren: Rossella, Giada, Bristol, Adrianna "Krazy Kats," Matthew "Iggy"

Services: Family and friends are invited to his viewing 5-8pm Tuesday, October 21, 2025 at the Connell Falk Funeral Homes & Crematory, Inc., 1418 Main Street, Hellertown, PA 18055. The Edward H. Ackerman American Legion Post 397 will conduct a three-volley salute at 5pm and a prayer service will be held at 8pm. Graveside Services, with military honors, will be held 11:30 am Wednesday, October 22, 2025 at Brigadier General William C. Doyle Veterans Memorial Cemetery, 350 Province Line Road, Wrightstown, NJ 08562.

Contributions: In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in his name may be made to the Edward H. Ackerman American Legion Post 397, 935 Main Street, Hellertown, PA 18055.